2005 MCC Smart vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Smart | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
